1956 Austin A 95 vs. 2008 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Liana is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Liana (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 95 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Liana.
Because 2008 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Liana will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 95 | 2008 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 95 | Liana |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
